Registered Nurse Full Time School Health Nurse

School Nurse

Reports To: Building Principal

Woodbridge School District is accepting applications for a School Nurse at SCOPE South. This is a full-time, 10-month, benefit-eligible specialist position.

Job Summary: The School Nurse will be responsible for managing the health and wellness of students, administering medical care, and promoting a safe and healthy school environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about children's health, well-being, and development, with strong communication and organizational skills. School nurses follow state regulations and guidelines to best address the health and safety of all students in Delaware public schools.

Must hold or be eligible for a School Nurse certification in the State of Delaware

Must hold a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from a Regionally Accredited college or university

Must hold an active, unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Delaware Board of Nursing or an active, unencumbered multi-state compact registered nurse license

Assess and respond to student illnesses, injuries, and behavioral health-related medical concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Administer prescribed medications and implement physician orders in accordance with district policies and individual student health plans.

Review health records received from students' home districts to ensure continuity of care and appropriate medical supports during enrollment.

Collaborate with home district school nurses to coordinate student health services, communicate changes in health status, and ensure continuity of medical care.

Implement and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Care Plans (ECPs), and medical accommodations while students are enrolled in the program.

Respond to medical emergencies, including seizures, allergic reactions, injuries, behavioral crises with medical implications, and other urgent health situations, following established emergency protocols.

Maintain accurate, confidential health records and document all student visits, treatments, medications, and health-related incidents in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Communicate regularly with families, home district nurses, healthcare providers, and school staff regarding student health concerns, medical needs, and follow-up care.

Participate as a member of multidisciplinary teams to support students' behavioral, social-emotional, and physical health needs.

Provide health-related consultation and training to staff regarding student medical conditions, medication administration, emergency procedures, and infection prevention.

Promote a safe and healthy school environment by monitoring infection control practices, communicable disease protocols, and health-related safety procedures.

Coordinate with home districts regarding required health documentation, immunization records, physical examinations, and other compliance requirements, ensuring records remain current throughout a student's placement.

Assist with transition planning by communicating pertinent health information to home district nurses when students enroll, transfer, or return to their resident schools.

Support students with chronic health conditions by monitoring symptoms, providing appropriate interventions, and collaborating with families and healthcare providers to promote student success.

Participate in IEP, Section 504, manifestation determination, and other student support meetings as appropriate, providing medical input and recommendations related to student health needs.

Maintain current knowledge of state regulations, nursing best practices, and behavioral health considerations affecting school-aged children and adolescents.

Foster collaborative relationships with administrators, counselors, social workers, behavior specialists, and community agencies to support the comprehensive health and well-being of students.

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This is a 10-month position based on a 188-day annual contract. This position may require additional workdays during the summer months beyond the standard school-year schedule.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Woodbridge School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.Kelley Kirkland, Administration Building 16359 Sussex Highway, Bridgeville, DE 19933. Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io.